Every fall the Purple Martins make a long journey to Brazil while their northern nesting grounds gets covered in snow. The Martins begin to prpare for this migration by congregating at the head of Presque Isle Bay, feeding on insects and roosting in the cattails for the evening. this is one of the largest roosts in Pennsylvania and there have been estimates of 40,000 birds flying at the roost at one time. Experience this natural phenomenon with the Park Naturalist as we kayak to their roost on August 15 and August 18. Meet at Vista 3 parking lot. This is for experienced adult paddlers. Bring your own kayak and life jacket with whistle. Headlamp or kayak light is needed. No fee. Space is limited. Registration is required by August 9.
Click the green button for online registration, required (at http://events.dcnr.pa.gov/presque_isle_state_park
Programming is subject to modification or cancellation at the discretion of park staff. If you need an accommodation to participate in Park activities due to a disability, please contact Presque Isle State Park at 814-833-7424 to make arrangements for your visit. With at least three days’ notice, interpreters for people who are deaf or hard of hearing are available for educational programs. Please call the Erie ASL Interpreters’ Office at (814) 806-2511 for more information about this service
